Amplify Earth, Moon, and Sun Ch. 2

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What is the source of light for the moon?

Back

The moon does not make its own light; it reflects light from the sun.

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Which side of the moon is illuminated when the sun shines on it?

Back

The side of the moon that is closest to the sun is illuminated.

Front

What causes the pattern in the position of the moon as seen from Earth?

Back

The moon orbits the Earth in a consistent pattern.

Front

What can we see from Earth regarding the moon?

Back

We can only see the half of the moon that is facing the Earth.

Front

What portion of the moon is always illuminated by the sun?

Back

Half of the moon is always illuminated by the sun.

Front

What are moon phases?

Back

Moon phases are the different appearances of the moon as it orbits the Earth, caused by the varying angles of sunlight.

Front

What is the 'dark side of the moon'?

Back

The 'dark side of the moon' refers to the side of the moon that is not visible from Earth, not that it is always dark.

Front

How long does it take for the moon to orbit the Earth?

Back

It takes about 27.3 days for the moon to complete one orbit around the Earth.

Front

What is the relationship between the Earth, moon, and sun in terms of light?

Back

The sun provides light, the moon reflects that light, and the Earth observes the moon's illuminated side.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the moon.